Director of People

We are seeking an exceptional and collaborative senior people leader with the credibility, strategic insight and resilience to operate at Executive level.

You will bring:

• Proven experience as a strategic HR, organisational development or people leader within a complex organisation experiencing change
• The ability to shape and deliver People, EDI and organisational development strategies that improve culture, engagement, wellbeing and performance
• Outstanding leadership skills, with the ability to articulate a compelling vision and translate strategy into outcomes
• High levels of political sensitivity, emotional intelligence, integrity and fairness
• Strong influencing, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, including the confidence to advise, challenge and build productive relationships internally and externally
• Experience of managing resources and budgets, identifying efficiencies and delivering value for money

Qualifications required

• CIPD qualified to Level 7
• Relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification and experience

Experience and skills required

• Significant experience of leading and developing People and OD strategies within a complex organisation
• Thorough understanding of UK employment law, statutory requirements and current employment practice
• Strong understanding of how proactive HR and OD support organisational and operational delivery in the public sector
• Knowledge of the strategic issues and challenges facing public services and fire and rescue services, including operating within a unionised environment
• Evidence of embedding equality, diversity and inclusion in strategy, policy, practice and culture
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare strategic reports, briefings and recommendations

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Hemming – mhemming@bucksfire.gov.uk